Graduate Admissions & Credentials Specialist II

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking a Graduate and Professional Admissions Specialist 2 to evaluate credentials, manage GPA calculations, and support admissions processes for 32,000+ applicants. You will update prerequisite checklists, verify transcripts, and assist with program liaison tasks across multiple professional schools.

You’ll use PeopleSoft and OnBase to maintain admissions data, participate in recruitment events, and advise applicants on course prerequisites during peak season.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 2 years of relevant professional experience and experience with desktop technologies.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate domestic or international credentials to meet minimum admissions criteria.
• Calculate and enter overall GPA and per-university GPA in SIS.
• Update prerequisite checklists in SIS and verify transcript authenticity.
• Assist Manager, liaison to professional programs, and support Buckeye Bound/Buckeye Preview events.
• Advise applicants on prerequisites and respond to inquiries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

PeopleSoft

OnBase

SIS

Job description

The Ohio State University is seeking a Graduate and Professional Admissions Specialist 2 to evaluate credentials, manage GPA calculations, and support admissions processes for 32,000+ applicants. You will update prerequisite checklists, verify transcripts, and assist with program liaison tasks across multiple professional schools.

You’ll use PeopleSoft and OnBase to maintain admissions data, participate in recruitment events, and advise applicants on course prerequisites during peak season.